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Esoteric Illusions is the work of 9 local artists, who aim to create a space where diverse practices come together to create something which cannot be defined by medium or the individual artist's intention. When exhibited together, the works create a dialogue and take on new meanings in the momentary context. The exhibition explores work from print makers, textile artists to ceramicists and multi media artists. In the simplest of terms ’Esoteric illusions’ highlights the irony and illusion of the ‘exclusive pretention’ of modern art, which is actually enjoyed by the masses. In promoting ideas of blurred lines between practices, the title allows the exhibitors to let their ideas absorb their work without restrictions of a themed exhibition. Though each artists work is individually created and stands alone, when viewed as part of the show, curated in the beautiful location of the Walcott Chapel, they are complimentary and allow further meanings and implications to spring forth. The exhibition shall take place between the 4th and 10th April 2010 at The Walcott Chapel, Bath.

Sunday, 3 April 2011

Emily Montgomery


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Artist statement
I am a textiles artist working in pattern and print. I enjoy experimenting with a manner of different printing techniques but am most experienced in silk screen printing.
My current work is influenced by geometric shapes and structure of the Bauhaus movement, though I have many other means of inspiration. My preliminary drawings have been likened to scientific diagrams which led me to investigate gene structures and cell construction. I search for patterns within these diagrams and new shapes which I can link into my drawings. My work, like the highly complex composition of DNA, is busy and systematic and I hope unique.
 I experiment with different inks and dyes and have become very fond of heat reactive disperse dyes, in which I have used a great deal in my current project.  I explore many different materials and see what effects I can produce by printing on them. I favour working on paper and fabric but have recently transferred my designs onto ceramics and look forward to learning more about this process.

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